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What does the biblical theme of adapting to change suggest about life?
What does the biblical theme of adapting to change suggest about life?
- Change is a natural part of life. (correct)
- Life is static and unchanging.
- Change is something to be avoided.
- All changes are negative experiences.
Which example illustrates the concept of faith in the face of change?
Which example illustrates the concept of faith in the face of change?
- Abraham settling permanently in one place.
- Noah building the ark without knowing the flood's timing. (correct)
- Isaac refusing to follow his father's guidance.
- Jacob ignoring God's promises.
How is change portrayed in the context of the natural world?
How is change portrayed in the context of the natural world?
- The universe is in a constant state of stillness.
- Life on Earth remains unchanged over time.
- The weather patterns are predictable and lack variation.
- Galaxies and planets are always in perpetual motion. (correct)
What attitude do many people have towards change, according to the discussion?
What attitude do many people have towards change, according to the discussion?
What role does hope play in adapting to change as described?
What role does hope play in adapting to change as described?
What does faith require according to the discussion?
What does faith require according to the discussion?
How did the narrator feel after receiving the trophy from Fred Smith?
How did the narrator feel after receiving the trophy from Fred Smith?
What was a significant factor in the narrator's decision to leave his corporate job?
What was a significant factor in the narrator's decision to leave his corporate job?
Which biblical passage did the narrator find particularly inspiring during his hard times?
Which biblical passage did the narrator find particularly inspiring during his hard times?
What did the Small Business Administration help the narrator achieve?
What did the Small Business Administration help the narrator achieve?
What lesson does the author suggest regarding major companies and change?
What lesson does the author suggest regarding major companies and change?
What was the initial focus of the company Transport Administrative Services?
What was the initial focus of the company Transport Administrative Services?
Which of the following companies is incorrectly matched with its historical change?
Which of the following companies is incorrectly matched with its historical change?
Which concept does James 2:17 emphasize?
Which concept does James 2:17 emphasize?
Why did the narrator's company eventually lose its minority-owned status?
Why did the narrator's company eventually lose its minority-owned status?
Flashcards
Adaptability in Life
Adaptability in Life
Change is inherent in life, from the cosmos to individuals, making life interesting and dynamic.
Change and Faith
Change and Faith
Embracing change requires faith in the unknown, as seen in biblical figures like Noah and Abraham who ventured into the unfamiliar.
Change and the Unknown
Change and the Unknown
Change often involves venturing into the unknown, which calls for courage and accepting the risk.
Resistance to Change
Resistance to Change
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Biblical Examples of Change
Biblical Examples of Change
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Faith's importance
Faith's importance
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Faith and Hope
Faith and Hope
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Faith and Hard Work
Faith and Hard Work
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Adapting to change
Adapting to change
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Business Adaptability Example - DuPont
Business Adaptability Example - DuPont
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Business Adaptability Example - IBM
Business Adaptability Example - IBM
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Impact of SBA
Impact of SBA
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Venture into entrepreneurship
Venture into entrepreneurship
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Importance of Belief in Scripture
Importance of Belief in Scripture
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Importance of Patience in Faith
Importance of Patience in Faith
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Study Notes
Adapting to Change
- Change is a natural, constant aspect of life, from the cosmos to individuals.
- Change is essential for interest and progress; without it, life would be monotonous.
- Change in the universe necessitates adaptation; it isn't always easy, requiring faith and risk.
Biblical Examples of Adapting to Change
- The Bible highlights faith in facing unseen changes, exemplified by Noah and Abraham.
- Noah built an ark in response to God's warning of a flood.
- Abraham obeyed God's call to travel to an unknown destination.
- Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
- Hope requires patience for significant change.
- Faith and hard work are essential for achieving desired outcomes.
Personal Experience in Adapting to Change
- Author's experience transitioning from a corporate job to starting his own business.
- Leaved $65,000 a year job for a venture.
- Facing personal and financial risk.
- Strong faith in God guided this decision.
- Twenty-third Psalm was a source of comfort and affirmation.
Importance and Success of Adapting to Change for Businesses
- Change represents opportunities for businesses and success.
- DuPont's evolution from gunpowder manufacturer to other sectors.
- Pony Express's evolution into American Express.
- IBM's transition from calculating machine maker to major computer company.
- Honda's shift from motorcycle manufacturer to car manufacturer.
- The need for corporations to adapt in the fast-paced changing environment, like World Wide Technology in internet industry.
Rapid Growth of the Internet
- The Internet's rapid growth surpasses previous technologies in adoption.
- Significant growth from 3 million consumers in 1994 to over 180 in the US and Canada at the time of writing.
Author's Conclusion
- Author's decision to adapt to change demonstrates the need for faith and hard work.
- Author's faith in God enabled the adaptation to change.
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